The Cartographers’ Guild is a forum created by and for map makers and aficionados, a place where every aspect of cartography can be admired, examined, learned, and discussed. Our membership consists of professional designers and artists, hobbyists, and amateurs—all are welcome to join and participate in the quest for cartographic skill and knowledge.

Although we specialize in maps of fictional realms, as commonly used in both novels and games (both tabletop and role-playing), many Guild members are also proficient in historical and contemporary maps. Likewise, we specialize in computer-assisted cartography (such as with GIMP, Adobe apps, Campaign Cartographer, Dundjinni, etc.), although many members here also have interest in maps drafted by hand.

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Who am I

Dear all,
my name is Matteo and I live in Italy, since I work in Roma but my family place is a small town close to Firenze (Impruneta, actually I also have a website dedicated to my place, La Commenda Holiday House). I am a researcher in physics, but I had a long training in humanities and I really love to create maps: they allow me to dream about better worlds, with small clean and well kept towns, beautiful cities and wanderful landscapes. And... that's all!

Welcome to the Guild Matteo! Sounds like you have found the right place to pursue your love of world creation. There are plenty of tutorials here to help you get a grip on the technical side of digital map making, so dive right in.